ANKARA CAMPING PLACES

We have prepared this article for those who live in Ankara and look at photographs of the sea and nature with envy. After the article, you will realize that Ankara, a city of students and civil servants, is not just a gray city. There are wonderful camping areas close to Ankara where you can relieve the stress of the city and mingle with nature. You can enjoy nature and have a wonderful weekend in Ankara camping areas, which we will give you information. So you can stop thinking yourself unlucky and start by making a plan by choosing one of the areas below.


Ankara 6 Wonder of Nature Campgrounds:

  • Sahinler Nature Park
  • Eğriova Nature Park
  • Moon Rock Recreation Area
  • Sorgun Pond Nature Park
  • Isik Mountain Karagöl Geosite Kizilcahamam
  • Alicin Cultural Geosite



ŞAHİNLER NATURAL PARK

Şahinler Nature Park was established in 2009 with an area of ​​40 hectares. It is a great spot for both individual camping and mass camp organizations. Its door is open to both campers and daily travelers. Since it is operated by a private business, a fee is charged at the entrance. You will be camping and it also has a fee. You pay 10 TL for vehicle entry and 10 TL for camping. It is useful to get information by calling for current price information.

There are scotch pine, beech, oak and juniper trees in Şahinler Nature Park. As a wild animal, the region includes wolf, marten, fox, rabbit, jackal and squirrel species. Kizilcahamam region as one of the largest birds of prey in Europe's forests and endangered species, a black vulture is also due the second largest black vulture population bulunmaktadır.türkiye's known so far (7-10 pairs).

Şahinler Nature Park, which is an ideal area for trekking, nature photography, camping activity and picnic area, is 107 km from Ankara city center and 30 km from Kızılcahamam and Gerede. You can reach through the old Istanbul road. It is an ideal camping area among Ankara camping areas for those who are new to camping and want a safe zone.


EĞRİOVA NATURAL PARK

Eğriova, registered as a nature park in 2011, is an area of ​​30 hectares within the border of Beypazarı. Eğriova Nature Park, which is covered with yellow pine forest, is one of the places worth seeing with its streams, ponds and vegetation. We are in the top 6 in Ankara camping areas.

Since it is not a well-known place, it is a great alternative for those who love calm. Camping, picnic, bicycle tour, canoeing, nature photography, trekking activities can be done in Eğriova Nature Park. There are trout, tea fish and velvet fish in the pond. It is also a preferred place for angling. Autumn and winter months will also be the right choice for photography.


AY KAYASI MESHRE AREA

It is one of the best places where you can rest your mind among Ankara camping areas. Moon Rock Picnic Area, which is 83 km away from Ankara city center, promises a camping area with plenty of oxygen and streams where you will be alone with nature. Summer festivals organized by Çubuk Municipality are also held in the area.

Moon Rock Picnic Area is located in Çubuk district of Ankara, 4 km away from Uluağaç neighborhood. Before reaching Kızılcahamam from Ankara - Kızılcahamam road, you can reach Uluağaça by turning right from Akdoğan neighborhood, as well as you can reach Uluağaç neighborhood from Karagöl street from Çubuk district center. The 4km road after Uluağaç neighborhood is a dirt road and bumpy so it may be very difficult to go here in rainy weather if you do not have an off-road vehicle below you. Be sure to check the weather before you go.


SORGUN POND NATURAL PARK

Sorgun Pond is one of the places that can be preferred among Ankara camping areas. One of the things we liked when we camped here was the campfires that burned one by one around the lake after evening. It can be a good alternative to spend a pleasant weekend.

There are forests in the form of islets in the area of ​​54 hectares. The predominant tree species are larch, juniper and oak. In Sorgun Pond Nature Park, species such as wolves, foxes, jackals, badgers, martens and weasels can be found. Some species, such as forest mouse, field mouse and hare, have disappeared in the area.

You can do camping activities, picnics and nature walks in Sorgun Pond Nature Park. For trekking, you can choose one of the two routes around the lake or through the forest. It is about 7 km around the lake and about 15 km going through the forest. It is worth noting that angling is not permitted, but fishing in the lake is prohibited. Finally, among the activities that can be done, you have an alternative to rent an ATV or a bike. In this way, you can have a pleasant time.


IŞIK MOUNTAIN KARAGOL GEOSITE - KIZILCAHAMAM

First of all, if you are going to go, create a route by writing Karagöl Geosite, not Işık Mountain. There are 3 km between Işık Mountain. It is one of the few places that have remained calm and unspoilt due to the lack of businesses around. Suitable for trekking, photography, camping.

Işık Mountain is one of the most preferred places for trekkers and is the top of the Ankara map. The Karagöl Geosite in Işık Dağ, which has an altitude of 2100 meters, was formed as a result of a landslide at 1500 meters. The area around Karagöl is covered with pine trees and its depth does not exceed 2 meters. Lake water, which is fresh water, can be boiled and drunk if you are in a difficult situation.


ALİCİN CULTURAL GEOSITE

We do not think that rarely known places, maybe even many Ankara residents know this place. It is inside a 20-kilometer canyon. It is a great option for camping in spring and summer. In some parts of Ali Cin Creek, you can swim or spend time fishing. Alicin Cultural Geosite, which is 90 km away from Ankara city center, is a very quiet camping area where you can relax. Again, there is no business in the field. For this reason, you have to complete your needs and go completely.

There is also a great history among the canyon's heights. There is a monastery like the Sumela Monastery on the slope of the canyon that houses caves. There is no doubt that the ruins of Ali Cin Monastery will affect you. This monastery is also a registered cultural asset by the Ministry of Tourism. Although it is not very high, it is quite steep, so it is not possible to climb.


Have fun!